If you’d like to see more action films with a similar, stylized, or high-energy vibe, I can recommend: Nobody (2021) Gunpowder Milkshake (2021) Smoking Aces (2006) Let me know which type you prefer! Share public link
The film's central protagonist is Ladybug (Brad Pitt), an experienced but deeply unlucky assassin who is trying to turn over a new, non-violent leaf. Fueled by a new dedication to Zen and positivity, he agrees to a seemingly simple "snatch and grab" job as a favor to his handler, Maria (the voice of Sandra Bullock). The mission: board a Tokyo-to-Kyoto Shinkansen (the "bullet train"), grab a silver briefcase, and disembark at the next stop. However, Ladybug's "bad luck" curse kicks in almost immediately when he discovers the train is packed with other lethal professionals, all of whom have their own interconnected, violent reasons for being there.
Many characters are motivated by family trauma:
A manipulative young woman posing as a schoolgirl, pulling the strings of the mayhem around her.
Action / Comedy / Thriller Director: David Leitch Studio: Columbia Pictures (Sony) Source Material: Novel Maria Beetle by Kōtarō Isaka
😂 The banter between the "twins" Lemon and Tangerine is worth the watch alone.
It's a comedy of errors where bad luck becomes a superpower.
It's important to note that many search results for "The Bullet Train Film" will point to the 1975 Japanese action thriller, The Bullet Train (Shinkansen Daibakuha). While it shares a translated title, it is a completely different film.
is an explosive, visually slick, and wildly entertaining ride that thrives on its star-studded cast and relentless pace. While it may not have won over all critics, its success at the box office and strong cult following prove its appeal as a top-tier action-comedy. For fans of kinetic, stylish action and dark humor, it’s a trip well worth taking.